Lines 247-257: What specific details suggest that Grendel is a creature of pure evil?
His eyes gleamed in the darkness; burned with a gruesome light; his heart laughed, he relished the sight, intended to tear the life from those bodies
What character traits of an epic hero does Beowulf display in this passage?
Strong, fearless, brave, courageous, etc.
In lines 319-322, why does the poet say, “open a path for his evil soul” rather than simply write, “wound” or “hurt”?
To really drive the point home of Grendel being evil
Lines 337-358: What happens to Grendel?
Beowulf ripped his arm off, and he retreats back to his swamp to die in peace
How important is Beowulf to the fate of Denmark?
Extremely; if he doesn't kill Grendel, they're basically screwed
Ultimately, what drove Grendel to attack so many men at Herot?
He is an evil demon who hates happiness; their loud partying pushed him over the edge
What does Beowulf hang from the rafters, and why does he do it?
Grendel's arm; to show his trophy off and prove he got the job done
Is Beowulf an epic hero? Defend your position.
Yes or no; depends on your evidence
What does Grendel represent?
Evil
What does Grendel's marsh represent?
darkness, seclusion
What does Herot represent?
Utopia; heaven
